Cannabis Equity IL Coalition

The Cannabis Equity Illinois Coalition is a non-profit organization based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in early 2019, the coalition was formed in response to a need for community involvement in the legalization of adult-use cannabis in Illinois. With a team of three employees, the organization focuses its efforts on grassroots organizing, issue advocacy, and lobbying to ensure the voices of impacted communities are heard. The Cannabis Equity IL Coalition works to repair and reinvest in communities disproportionately affected by the War on Drugs through cannabis legalization. They advocate for policies that prioritize people over profits within the cannabis industry, ensuring equitable access and opportunity for all. Their work centers around building local power and creating change related to legalized cannabis in Illinois. The coalition utilizes a variety of strategies, including town hall meetings, community engagement, and direct lobbying, to achieve their goals. They strive to elevate community voices and ensure that the benefits of cannabis legalization are shared by all members of the state. To learn more about the Cannabis Equity IL Coalition and their ongoing initiatives, please visit their website at cannabisequityil.org.